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Border Pom Information & Dog Breed Facts

Collection of all the general dog breed info about Border Pom so you can get to know the breed more.

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Breed Type
What type of dog breed is it?
Cross Breed Border Collie and Pomeranian mix

Border Pom Size and Weight

Size
Is a Border Pom small, medium or large dog?

How big do Border Pom get?

What is the average size of a Border Pom?

Large
Weight
How much does the Border Pom weigh? How much should a Border Pom weight? What is the normal weight of a Border Pom? How much does a full-grown Border Pom weight?
Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)
Average Weight
What is the average weight of a Border Pom?
Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)
Height
How tall is the Border Pom? Border Pom height:
Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)
Average Height
What is the average height of a Border Pom?
Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)

Border Pom Price and Availability

Price
How much does the Border Pom puppy cost? What is the price range of this puppy? What is the average price of a Border Pom in the United States? How much money is a Border Pom?

Where to buy a Border Pom with a good pedigree?

$600-$800
If you choose to purchase the Border Pom, you should know that the mentioned amount of money is an average of the collected data from breeders’ sites and puppy finder places. If you have a Border Pom for sale, please advertise it on a reliable website to make sure the Border Pom gets to a happy place.
Availability
How easy is it to get a Border Pom? How many Border Pom are there in the world?
Very frequent: The Border Pom is quite easy to get. There is a risk of overbreeding, as it is an extremely popular breed.

Inbreeding is common because of its popularity. A new study suggests that inbreeding contributes to the incidence of disease and health problems.

So be careful, buy from a trustworthy place or kennel and seek the help of an experienced person, a professional, to make the right decision.

Border Pom Trainability and Intelligence

Intelligent Rank
How smart is the Border Pom? Is the Border Pom breed dumb or smart?
Outstanding: Border Pom is one of the brightest dog breeds. They desire to learn tricks and commands often. The limit is your creativity. They understand and memorize new commands in fewer than 5 repetitions. This breed obeys the first command 95% of the time or better.

The Border Pom is one of the best breeds in the dog intelligence ranking.

Trainability
Are Border Pom dogs easy to train? Do they go well on dog training? How hard is it to train a Border Pom?
Border Pom dogs are easy to train. They find out the association between commands and actions quite quickly.
Watchdog Ability
Is Border Pom good as a watchdog? Are they alert at night?
Border Pom dogs are good watchdogs. Their main job is to observe and they're consistent in their effort. Good vocal cords and a sense of hearing belong to them. Usually, they're territorial and protective about their property, so the Border Pom dogs will alert you if they sense something different.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Do Border Pom dogs have aggressive behavior to protect their home/house/territory? Do they have guarding instincts?
Border Pom dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. This breed doesn't hesitate to protect its territory so the Border Pom can be a good choice if you want an excellent guard dog. Keep calm and the Border Pom will take care of unwanted people or animals.

Border Pom Personality and Temperament

Temperament
What kind of personality does the Border Pom have? What characteristics or traits does the breed have?
ActivePlayfulEnergeticProtectiveAlertIntelligentFriendlyResponsiveDocileLoyalLivelySociableAttentiveTenaciousTrainableExtroverted
Sensitivity Level
How sensitive are they? Border Pom sensitivity:
Sensitive: Border Pom dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.

This breed's emotional level reflects their owner's feelings and they don't handle punishments well.

Affection Level
How affectionate are they? Is a Border Pom a good family dog?
High: Border Pom dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. They enjoy quality time with their owners despite the activity and are considered great therapy dogs for those in need. This breed responds strongly to their handler's emotions because they bond closely. Their happiness is your happiness.
Social Needs
How much social interaction does the Border Pom need? Border Pom social needs:
Border Pom dogs need a lot of social interaction. They desire to always be with someone or around people. This breed hates being left alone.
Impulse to Wander or Roam
How likely is the Border Pom to run away? Does this breed explore or wander a lot? Does Border Pom roam?
Border Pom dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. They have low to average wanderlust potential. Exploring the world is not the best activity they can imagine.
Prey Drive
Do this canine have a strong prey drive? Does Border Pom have high prey drive?
Border Pom dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. Training can help to achieve good behavior.

Border Pom Activity and Playfulness

Playfulness
How playful is this breed?
The Border Pom is a playful breed. Excited barking and sometimes nipping will alert you to play.
Barking
Do Border Pom dogs bark a lot? Are they barkers/noisy? Why does my Border Pom bark?
Average: The Border Pom barks occasionally. They can change their barks depending on their emotional level and what they're trying to say. Different barks could mean the same and the same barks could have different meanings.

Top reasons for barking: protection, alarm, fear, boredom, attention-seeking, greeting, separation anxiety, compulsive barking.

Apartment Friendly
Is Border Pom good as an apartment dog? Can they live in a flat? Can you have a Border Pom in an apartment?
Apartment-friendly dog the Border Pom breed. It is best if you have a small garden where it can occasionally go out to do its business, but this is not important at all. You can exercise him enough with a walk or two a day, so he's comfortable in an apartment.

Border Pom Adaptability and Independence

Adaptability
Are they adaptable and easy-going?
Border Pom dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. They don't mind moving from one place to another with their owner.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
How long can a Border Pom be left alone? How long can you leave a Border Pom alone?
Border Pom dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Border Pom Bite Characteristics

Bite Force PSI
Does the Border Pom has a hard bite? What is the bite force of a Border Pom? How much bite force does a Border Pom have? How strong is a Border Pom bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Border Pom bite force: Ordinary. Bite force Border Pom measurements typically fall within the range of 200 to 400 PSI. The bite force of a Border Pom is considered ordinary when compared to other dog breeds, but it is still quite powerful. This Border Pom bite force PSI can cause bite wounds. Border Pom bite PSI is not something that should be feared if the dog is well-trained and managed. To avoid any issues, it's essential to learn how to train a Border Pom puppy not to bite from an early age.

The Border Pom, and many others, have a fearsome presence because they have significant jaw strength, so it is important not to anger the dog and have it around strangers until it is fully trained.

However, they are usually quite calm and good companions, they work well in families and are easy to care for.

In conclusion, while the Border Pom bite force is certainly an interesting aspect of the breed, it is important not to let it overshadow the many other reasons why these dogs are so loved and respected. With proper training and socialization, a Border Pom can be a loyal and protective companion for your family.

Biting Potential
Do Border Pom bite humans? How likely are you to get bitten from the Border Pom? What are the odds of getting bitten by a Border Pom? Why do dog bites happen?

Low 🔽

The Border Pom has a low chance of biting somebody. Top reasons for dog bite: protection, pain, excitement, herding instinct, being provoked. (Data based on the available online bite statistics.)
Mouthiness
How much mouthing/nipping/play biting does the Border Pom do?
Border Pom dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. It's a common habit during puppyhood, not aggressive behavior. These "bites" don't hurt, but Border Pom dogs need to be taught a good attitude.

Border Pom Health and Lifespan

Health Issues
Is it a healthy or unhealthy breed? Do Border Pom dogs have health problems or genetic diseases?
The Border Pom is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
What genetic/health problems does the Border Pom breed have? What are the health issues and concerns of the Border Pom breed? Most common health risks of Border Pom:
CataractsCollapsed Trachea Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes DiseasePatellar LuxationPatent Ductus ArteriosisAllergiesHypothyroidismProgressive retinal atrophy (PRA)EpilepsyCollie Eye AnomalyOsteochondrosis DissecansSeizuresDry EyeHeatstrokeHeat Intolerance
Veterinarian Visits
How often does the Border Pom breed need to go to the vet? How often should you take your dog to the vet? How often should the Border Pom see the vet?
Average
The Border Pom should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. If your dog shows any symptoms, call your veterinarian.
Life Expectancy
How long do Border Pom dogs live? How old can a Border Pom be? What is the age limit of the Border Pom? How many years can the oldest Border Pom live?

What is the average life expectancy / lifespan of a Border Pom?

How long is the lifespan of a Border Pom?

11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Pom: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which weather condition is preferred by this dog? Can they tolerate hot or cold weather and climate?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Pom can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.

Border Pom Energy and Activity

Energy Level
How much energy does the Border Pom have? What is the activity level of the Border Pom?
Border Pom dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. If you want a dog for snuggling on the couch, this breed isn't the perfect choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
How much exercise does a Border Pom need? How much exercise do Border Pom dogs require per day?

Do Border Pom dogs need a lot of exercises?

Border Pom dogs need quite a lot of exercise. Daily walks should be on schedule. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Sleeping Need
How much sleep does the Border Pom breed need?
Border Pom dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. If you live an active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.

Border Pom Diet and Weight Management

Average daily food consumption
How much food does a Border Pom need? What dog products should I buy? How much food does a Border Pom breed eat per day? What is good dog food for Border Pom? How much food should I feed my Border Pom?
1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
How easy to gain weight for this dog? Border Pom risk for obesity:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Border Pom's weight, he can easily gain weight. More than one daily walk should be on schedule. To make your dog happy and fit, feed him with quality dry dog food and live an active life together. Try to find the happy medium between exercise and feeding.

If you notice any weight gain, consult your veterinarian and make a diet plan. Reduce unhealthy food and snacks, and measure the Border Pom weight regularly.

Border Pom Allergies and Grooming

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat does the Border Pom have? What does this canine coat/fur look like?
FluffyDenseFeatheredStraightShortModerately Long
Colors
What color is the breed's coat? What color are proper Border Pom coats?
BlackGrayTan Red Blue White BrownSable Brindle OrangeLilacGold Seal White & RedSlateSable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merleBlue merle-tricolorSlate merleRed merleSaddleback SableWhite & BlueWhite & Blue MerleWhite & Red MerleWhite TickedWhite & GoldWhite & SableWhite & Seal
Grooming
How to groom the Border Pom and how often? How often should I take my Border Pom to the groomer?
Average: The Border Pom requires average grooming effort. Cutting the dog's hair by a professional groomer isn't essential.

Brushing the dog's coat is useful to reduce shedding. Ears and eyes should be cleaned regularly to avoid infections.

Don't skip the seasonal flea treatment too. Dog nail trimming and dog bath can be helpful sometimes.

Check the local pet store for dog grooming supplies and find the best dog shampoo to keep its coat healthy and give your dog a pleasant experience of a dog bath.

If you don't have the time, skill, or money to take care of your Border Pom, search for a dog groomer or clipping service in your area and book an appointment.

Maybe you're lucky to have a dog boarding service that includes grooming or walk-in dog bath places nearby.

Shedding Level
How much do Border Pom dogs shed? How to control, reduce and prevent the shedding of the Border Pom? Do Border Pom dogs shed a lot?
Border Pom dogs shed moderately. It's a natural process of the hair growth cycle. Regular brushing reduces the amount of hair that sheds. It mostly depends on their health status and breed type.
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
How often does the Border Pom need a bath? How often should you give a Border Pom a bath? Can I bathe my Border Pom every day?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. It’s also a good time to look for unusual scratches, bumps, fleas, and other irregularities. When their hair is wet and flat against their body, these details are more visible.

For example, short-haired dog breeds can go a very long time in between baths. These short-haired breeds shed regularly and that shedding works to naturally remove excess dirt and oil. So unless your weenie dog got into the garbage can, you can probably hold off on a bath for a while.

Hypoallergenic
Is the Border Pom breed hypoallergenic?
No
Border Pom dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions. Some dog breeds are even considered to higher possibility of an allergic response. Coat type isn't necessarily relevant, because most people are allergic to dander (flakes on the dog's skin) or saliva, not actually to dog hair.
Stinkiness
How stinky is this dog? Why does it smell bad and how to get rid of the smell?

Medium

The Border Pom has an average chance of bad smell. Top reasons for dog stinkiness: infection of bad tooth/ear/skin folds, gas attacks.
Drooling Tendency
Does the Border Pom drool?
The Border Pom is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. If you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, the Border Pom could be a perfect choice for you. Drooling is the unintentional saliva flowing outside of the mouth. It can be completely normal or a sign of a health problem. Certain dog breeds drool minimum compared to others, just like the Border Pom.

If you notice any change in your dog's drooling habit, you should contact a vet as soon as possible.

Border Pom Good With

Pet Friendly
Are they pet-friendly dogs? How well do Border Pom dogs get along with other pets? Are Border Pom dogs good with pets? What is this canine temperament with other pets?
Border Pom dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Are they aggressive or friendly towards/with strangers? Border Pom temperament with other people:
Border Pom dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Are Border Pom dogs kid-friendly? Are they good with young children? Border Pom temperament with children:
Border Pom dogs are kid-friendly dogs. This breed is a good choice if you have children.
Cat Friendly
How well do Border Pom dogs get along with cats? Are they good with kittens? What is this fido's temperament with cats? Can they be good with cats? Can the Border Pom breed live with a cat?
Border Pom dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Is Border Pom good with other dogs? Are they dog-friendly dogs? How well do Border Pom dogs get along with other dogs?
Border Pom dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Is Border Pom breed good for first-time owners? Do they make a good dog for novice owners? Is Border Pom breed suitable for first-time owners?
Yes
Border Pom dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Are Border Pom dogs good office canines? Do Border Pom dogs make good office-friendly pets? Can they be office dogs?
No
Border Pom is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Are they senior citizens friendly dogs? How well do Border Pom dogs get along with the elderly people? What is the Border Pom temperament with senior people? Are Border Pom dogs good for elderly owners?
Border Poms are usually recommended for elderly people.

Border Pom As a Working Dog

Service Dog
Are they good as service dogs? Can Border Pom be a guide dog? Are they used as seeing-eye dogs?

Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog. A service dog is a term used in the USA to refer to any type of assistance dog specifically trained to help people who have disabilities, such as visual impairment, hearing impairments, mental disorders, seizures, mobility impairment, and diabetes. Service dogs are protected under the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act).

Border Pom breed is a good choice for service purposes.

Therapy Dog
Are they good as therapy dogs? Can Border Pom be a therapy dog? Are they good anxiety dogs? Can a Border Pom be an emotional support animal?

Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. A therapy dog is a dog that might be trained to provide affection, comfort, and love to people in hospitals, retirement homes, nursing homes, schools, hospices, disaster areas, and people with anxiety disorders or autism.

Border Pom breed is a good choice for therapeutic purposes.

Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Are they good as detection dogs? Can Border Pom be a sniffer dog?

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. A detection dog or sniffer dog is a dog that is trained to use its senses (mostly its smell) to detect substances such as explosives, illegal drugs, wildlife scat, currency, blood, and contraband electronics such as illicit mobile phones.

Border Pom breed is a good choice for detection purposes.

Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Are they good as SAR dogs? Can Border Pom be a search and rescue dog?

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog. The use of dogs in search and rescue (SAR) is a valuable component in wilderness tracking, natural disasters, mass casualty events, and in locating missing people.

The Border Pom breed is a good choice for SAR purposes.

Boat and Sailor Dog
Are they good as boat dogs? Can Border Pom be a boat dog?

Not really

Border Pom breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.

Boat dogs were typically bred for their strength, stamina, and water resistance, as they were often required to perform tasks such as pulling in fishing nets, and jumping into the water to retrieve ropes or lines, or helping to move cargo.

Sailor dog is a type of dog that was bred to accompany sailors on their voyages. They were typically used for three purposes: as a working dog, a watchdog, and as a companion. A boat dog is a term used to describe a type of dog that was traditionally bred and used as a working dog on boats.

Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Are they good as cart pulling dogs? Can Border Pom be a drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. Dogs bred for this work have strong builds and qualities that are needed, strength and determination.

Border Pom is not the best breed for drafting purposes.

Fighting Dog / Military Dog
Where Border Pom dogs used as fighting / military dogs in history?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Border Pom Reproducibility

Gestation Length
How long is a Border Pom pregnant?How long does it take to have puppies? How to tell if the Border Pom breed is pregnant?

60-64 days

Reproductive cycle of the female Border Pom: The first period called Proestrus lasts for about 9 days.

During this time the females start to attract males. You can notice by swelling vulva and bloody discharge.

The second part is the Estrus when the female is receptive for the male. It lasts for about 3 to 11 days.

The sign of the proestrus part is the soft and enlarged vulva. The discharge decreases and lightens in color.

The third part is the Diestrus. Normally, it occurs around day 14. In this period the female’s discharge changes for vivid red and coming to its end. The vulva returns to average, and she will no longer permit mating.

The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time frame between heat periods normally lasts about six months.

Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy. It is very important not to buy a dog from a puppy mill, where the needs of the pups and their mothers are ignored. It's an inhumane high-volume dog breeding facility, where puppies born several times a year.
Litter Size
How many puppies can the Border Pom have in a litter? How many puppies can the Border Pom breed have for the first time? How many puppies does a Border Pom have? How many puppies can a Border Pom give birth to?
4-8 puppies

Border Pom Recognition

AKC Group
Is Border Pom recognized by the American Kennel Club?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Is Border Pom recognized by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI)?
Not recognized by FCI.

Border Pom Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Intelligent Rank: Outstanding: Border Pom is one of the brightest dog breeds.
  • Trainability: Border Pom dogs are easy to train.
  • Apartment Friendly: Apartment-friendly dog the Border Pom breed.
  • Drooling Tendency: The Border Pom is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
  • Watchdog Ability: Border Pom dogs are good watchdogs.
  • Impulse to Wander or Roam: Border Pom dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
  • Adaptability: Border Pom dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
  • Child Friendly: Border Pom dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
  • Cat Friendly: Border Pom dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
  • Senior Citizens Friendly: Border Poms are usually recommended for elderly people.
  • Good For First Time Owners: Border Pom dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
  • Service Dog: This breed makes good as a service dog.
  • Therapy Dog: This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
  • Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog: After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
  • Search and Rescue Dog (SAR): This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Cons
  • Hypoallergenic: Border Pom dogs don't do well with allergy sufferers by causing allergic reactions.
  • Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity: Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Border Pom's weight, he can easily gain weight.
  • Mouthiness: Border Pom dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
  • Tolerates Being Left Alone: Border Pom dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
  • Office Friendly: Border Pom is not the best dog breed for office environment.

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